DWP brings forward state pension for Christmas holidays
State pension payments due on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day will arrive early. Check the new dates and learn how the Triple Lock affects you in April.
State pension payments due on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day will arrive early. Check the new dates and learn how the Triple Lock affects you in April.
Millions of UK state pensioners to receive £10 DWP Christmas Bonus. The tax-free payment, unchanged for 50 years, faces criticism over its eroded value amid cost of living pressures.
The DWP is adjusting payment dates for 12 key benefits in December due to Christmas and New Year bank holidays. Find out when you'll be paid and what to do if your money is late.
The DWP is automatically paying a £10 Christmas Bonus to 24 million people on qualifying benefits. Find out if you're eligible and when to expect the payment.
Struggling UK households could receive up to £785 in DWP support before Christmas. Learn about Winter Fuel Payments, Household Support Fund and other vital schemes.
From the DWP Christmas Bonus to Cold Weather Payments, discover the nine key financial changes affecting millions of UK households in December 2025. Plan your finances now.
Millions on disability benefits and state pension to receive £10 DWP Christmas Bonus from December. Automatic payment provides small cost-of-living help. Check eligibility now.
Discover the top spots to buy a high-quality real Christmas tree across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Open daily from 9am to 8pm. Find your festive centrepiece today!
Fact-checkers confirm the DWP Christmas Bonus remains £10 for 2025, debunking false social media claims of a £200 increase. Learn the facts and how to verify benefit information.
Discover everything you need to know about Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market 2025, from festive stalls and live music to opening times and travel tips. Plan your visit today!
DWP announces early benefit payments for Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Find out what to do if your payment is late and how to resolve disputes.
Homebase launches real Christmas trees in over 250 The Range stores, rivalling Tesco and Morrisons. Choose from three sustainably grown UK varieties starting at £19.99.
Millions on Universal Credit will not receive the £10 DWP Christmas Bonus. However, all UC claimants will get the £150 Warm Home Discount this year for the first time.
Discover why Stratford-upon-Avon's traditional Victorian Christmas market is a cheaper, more atmospheric alternative to Birmingham's for 2025. Plan your festive visit now!
Learn which three groups could miss out on automatic £25 DWP Cold Weather Payments and what steps to take to ensure you receive the support during the UK cold snap.
Discover 9 enchanting villages and towns near Birmingham perfect for a festive day trip this Christmas. Find cosy escapes, traditional markets, and winter walks.
Discover the 9 best restaurants for Christmas Day dinner in Birmingham 2025. From traditional feasts to gourmet menus, book your perfect festive celebration now!
UK households urged to buy Christmas trees early due to a 'quality' shortage caused by climate change and extreme weather. Experts warn popular bushy trees may look less full this year.
The DWP will issue £10 Christmas Bonus payments to pensioners and disabled claimants in December. Find out if you qualify and how to claim.
Amazon slashes price of pre-lit artificial Christmas tree to £20.99 with 59% discount. Limited time offer with 12 light modes and burlap base. Act fast before stocks run out!
Aldi launches a bargain £3.99 Festive Munch Box for two, just in time for Christmas. Discover this delicious deal and Domino's new festive menu in our guide.
Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre welcomes an enchanting Disney Christmas takeover with character meet-and-greets, festive installations and magical activities running throughout November and December.
Discover Dunelm's magnificent pre-lit Christmas tree that's taking the UK by storm - the hassle-free way to achieve magazine-worthy festive decor in minutes.
The Department for Work and Pensions has issued an urgent warning to two specific groups of state pension recipients who risk having their payments stopped completely if they fail to act.
Complete guide to Christmas benefit payment dates for Universal Credit, State Pension and other DWP and HMRC support during the 2025 festive season.
Millions of UK households are confronting dramatic council tax increases as new rates take effect, with some areas seeing rises of over £500 annually amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.
The Department for Work and Pensions has finally revealed details about significant reforms to Personal Independence Payment coming next year. Discover how the new assessment criteria could affect thousands of claimants across the UK.
A Universal Credit recipient shares their emotional journey from financial desperation to unexpected relief after receiving a substantial backpayment from the DWP, revealing the human cost of Britain's welfare system.
Explore Birmingham's unique alternative Christmas market scene beyond the Frankfurt market, featuring independent traders, artisan crafts and local makers in creative city venues.
Millions of state pensioners across the UK are set for a significant income increase next year as the triple lock mechanism promises another substantial rise. Discover how this will affect your payments.